Nong Chok District


Nong Chok is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, Thailand. It is bounded by other districts : Amphoe Lam Luk Ka of Pathum Thani Province, Amphoe Bang Nam Priao and Amphoe Mueang Chachoengsao of Chachoengsao Province, Lat Krabang, Min Buri and Khlong Sam Wa of Bangkok. It is the biggest and least populated district of Bangkok.

History

The district was established as an amphoe in 1897 during the reign of King Chulalongkorn. The original settlers were Muslims relocated from southern Thailand. In 1902, it became an amphoe of the newly setup Min Buri Province. Due to economic hardship during 1930-31, Min Buri Province was disbanded in 1931 and Nong Chok was transferred to Chachoengsao Province. However the administration was moved under Bangkok the next year due to inconvenience of travel between Nong Chok and Chachoengsao., about 75% of the population were Muslims while 22% were Buddhists. The name Nong Chok means water lettuce swamp.

Economy

Agriculture was and remains the most important part of Nong Chok economy. Rice, vegetables, fruits, and livestocks are the main products. It is famous for its gamecocks and birdcages. Many canals were dug for irrigation and transportation.

Places

The district is sub-divided into eight sub-districts.
  1. Krathum Rai
  2. Nong Chok
  3. Khlong Sip
  4. Khlong Sip Song
  5. Khok Faet
  6. Khu Fang Nuea
  7. Lam Phak Chi
  8. Lam Toiting

    Education

International schools include: